First up the venue where all the action is happening in Manchester in 2019/20 and beyond

Park Inn Manchester

Park Inn by Radisson Manchester City Centre

Manchester’s city centre is just a short walk from Manchester’s top attractions and has 252 comfortable rooms and suites. It’s conveniently located across from Manchester Victoria Station and Manchester Arena one of the UK’s largest indoor entertainment venues. You can find parking at the National Car Park (NCP) directly opposite the hotel, it offers a discount for hotel guests.

Enjoy a delicious meal on-site at RBG Bar & Grill before you head out sightseeing. Get you workout in at the Hotel's gym and pool, or unwind with a relaxing treatment at Nu Spa.

Planning a meeting or event? With 7 modern meeting rooms, we have the capacity for large events and the flexibility to accommodate your needs perfectly.

Only 19 kilometres from the Manchester International Airport (MAN)

Across the street from Manchester Arena and near Manchester Cathedral and the National Football Museum

With Manchester Victoria Railway Station less than a mile away and a wealth of shopping attractions and facilities on your doorstep, this is the perfect place for a stay in the city. For those looking for an evening’s entertainment it's just a short walk to the Manchester Arena and the Printworks Entertainment Venue. The Palace Theatre and the O2 Apollo Manchester are also just a short trip away. Visit the Arndale Centre for all your shopping needs. For football fans, Manchester United's Old Trafford Stadium and rival Manchester City’s stadium are both close, just 4 miles away.

Our new Business Floor Room option guarantees you a room on one of our quieter floors.

The hotel has our fresh new look and features Travelodge’s new room design complete with Dreamer Bed so you can be sure of a great night’s sleep.

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel

Mid-scale hotel for business trips or leisure

The 4-star Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel sits in a vibrant central location, making travel a breeze. Just nine miles from Manchester Airport and half a mile from Manchester Piccadilly railway station, there's no shortage of transport links to make your stay a convenient one. With the Manchester Arena and other notable landmarks within walking-distance, there's plenty to see and do during your stay. Back at the hotel, guests can choose from 280 chic bedrooms, all offering extras for a special stay.

Guests can enjoy a carefully prepared meal in The Brasserie, which offers panoramic city-views and internationally inspired dishes. The Brasserie is perfect for those looking to unwind before grabbing a cocktail at the bar. The ten fully-equipped meeting rooms can welcome large conference groups and our 800-capacity International Suite makes a grand wedding reception venue. Complete with a dancefloor and bar, this expansive space has all you need and more!

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre - Arena

Holiday Inn Express® Manchester City Centre - Arena hotel is eight minutes' walk from Manchester Victoria Station, half a mile from Manchester Piccadilly Station and a 25-minute drive from Manchester Airport (MAN). It's a short walk from the independent boutiques, restaurants and clubs of the Northern Quarter, as well as major music and sports events at Manchester Arena.

You can host up to 10 guests in the smart meeting room and catering is available upon request. There's free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and a computer for guests' use in the Great Room. The Central Business District is on the doorstep and the Manchester Central Convention Complex is less than a mile away.

Football fans are 15 minutes' drive from matches and tours at Manchester United's Old Trafford Stadium, or the Etihad Stadium of local rivals Manchester City. If you'd rather shop, it's a short stroll to more than 200 high-street stores at Manchester Arndale shopping centre. You can easily walk to the Manchester Art Gallery and the Royal Exchange Theatre too.

Start the day with an inclusive breakfast buffet. Enjoy dinner with a view at the Glasshouse Restaurant in the neighbouring Crowne Plaza hotel, then wind down with a drink in the hotel's chic lounge bar.

Benefit from a central location at our Manchester hotel

Find four-star sophistication, gracious service and a perfect, downtown location at Renaissance Manchester City Centre Hotel. Ideally located right on Deansgate in the heart of the city, we offer travellers to this part of the United Kingdom an excellent vantage point from which to explore Manchester. Settle into our well-appointed accommodation and enjoy features like high-speed Wi-Fi, deluxe bedding and flat-screen televisions. Spend your days visiting nearby points of interest like Old Trafford, Manchester Arena and the shops of Deansgate before unwinding with a craft cocktail and international cuisine at our on-site restaurant, Cast Iron Bar & Grill. Ideal for business travel, our hotel also boasts 17,000 square feet of flexible venue space and is located just a short trip away from both Victoria and Piccadilly Stations. Whatever brings you to here, we look forward to hosting a relaxing and successful visit at Renaissance Manchester City Centre Hotel.

First opened in 1903, The Midland Hotel has been delighting guests from the very beginning.

Originally built to serve rail travellers from London, our stunning building and ballroom charmed visitors day in and day out, and while our appearance has changed over the years, our outstanding service remains the very same.

WHILE SOME THINGS HAVE CHANGED, MUCH REMAINS THE SAME

Today the GradeII listed, 4-star hotel is one of Manchester's most-loved icons, located just minutes from Oxford Road and Piccadilly stations.

Over the years we’ve hosted everyone from rock stars and politicians to royalty, and our history has taught us one simple thing: every guest is unique, and so their stay must be too. It’s this belief that drives our team to make your stay perfect.

YOUR INVITATION TO EXCELLENCE

From our 312 sumptuous bedrooms to our award-winning food and drink, idyllic spa and impressive event spaces, every part of The Midland experience transcends the ordinary.

Whether it’s business or pleasure, stop by for an unforgettable visit. We can’t wait to welcome you.

There are many more hotels close to the event location.Take a look here for more details

Wednesday, 9 January 2019

The Manchester Author Event & Gig 2019 is an international book signing event.

We are going to be having the event at the Park Inn Raddison Hotel, in Manchester.The venue is now confirmed for the Saturday the 3th August 2019, Manchester, UK.

This is an annual event, and this will be the fourth of its kind. Next year will also take place in central Manchester, at the same venue.A new feature at the Manchester signing this year is the addition of panels, where readers and authors can ask questions of the invited panelists.There will be 4 rooms this year due to the amazing success last year. Live readings will also take place.Join the group to learn more

Join us for drinks on the patio in the evening

We will also be having a signing in Liverpool

on the 7th September 2019

The Maritime Museum

Royal Albert Dock

Liverpool

Our first event in Liverpool is also going ahead on Saturday the 7th of September 2019, at the Maritime Museum, Albert Dock, Liverpool.

Tickets for Manchester are £7.50 for a morning or afternoon ticket, and a £15.00 for all day. Come and join us and chat with our authors. Buy a print, or buy a paperback and get it signed too.

You can also pay on the door, on the day.

We will be having a FREE "Meet and Greet" at a venue to be agreed in advance, on the Friday evening prior to the signing. Readers are free to join us and chat to the authors. Dance, laugh and have some fun. Last year was a hoot!

Theme for the evening event at the hotel is "Fairytales". A sit down meal, followed by a DJ.

The hotel has a spa and swimming pool. Rooms are available at a discount. Join the group to learn moreThey have 20% off parking at the MEN opposite.This venue is right next to the MEN & also Victoria station. Tons of car parking close by.

Interest forms are still open in the group on Facebook for both 2019 and 2020. Go to the files on the left hand side for more information

The charities we are supporting are once again are:

Help the Homeless Manchester

and

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital (RMCH)

Confirmed authors:

Andreea Pryde

Bella Rose / Sara Jayne / Casey Mae

Carrie Whitethorne

Chelsea McDonald

Christie Adams

C J Laurence

C L Ingam

David Kevill

DM Wolfenden

E I Jennings

Gary Edward Gedall

Georgia Hamilton

Hannah Metcalfe

Helen Whapshott

Holly J. Gill

K.C. Wells

Keeley Holmes

Khardine Gray

Krys Adams

Lisa Mackay

Louisa Line

L. T. Marshall

Manda Mellett

Mary B Moore

Neil Winnington

Paula Acton

Rudi Jennings

Sarah Rosmond

Scarlett Flame

Susan Lawrence

T N Traynor

Zak Jane Keir

LOTS MORE NAMES TO COME!

**Line-up Subject to change due to author's individual circumstance at any time**